May 27, 2009A well-placed lemon twist is the MB's garnish of choice for a martini and many other cocktails. [See our complete cocktails channel.] Lately we've seen a growing trend of rather bizarre looking ones being floated our way. Here's a simple, yet accurate guide to ensure you're going classic with your twist.

Way Too Wide"Waiter, there's a toupee floating in my drink!" This thickness for a moustache has long since been socially unacceptable or comically overused .

Inappropriate Size and PlacementLemon twist meets soul patch. Inappropriate in so many ways.

Too Curly or ThinYour date just lost all respect for you. Were they out of umbrellas?

Too Much PithWay too thick, man. This Magnum P.I. of a twist translates to being too pithy and bitter.